March 2020 Newsletter

by Theresa,
2020 cycling season is almost upon us, there is a hint spring in the air and with the clocks changing in a few weeks we will soon get those horrid mud guards off, and those of us who have the luxury of a winter bike can park her up for another season!

We have had a mixed bag of winter training happening behind the scenes

First up are the ‘die hards’ who have been out in all weather conditions
And then we have ‘the zwifters’ who have been hiding in their garages on their turbos.
Next up are ‘the gym bunnies’ going to various spin classes, circuits, weights , running and
And lastly the ‘good weather’ cyclists who are patiently waiting for the big yellow circle to make an appearance in the sky

Thanks to the road captains the Sunday Club Runs continued through the Winter, with good attendance most weeks.
Thanks also to Mark Mcclenaghan for his ongoing support to the Tuesday night flying squad which continued most weeks too.

Keep an eye on our Facebook Page and Messenger for when the following will recommence
Tuesday Night Roche run
Wednesday night Development programme Thursday night training

Every Saturday for the month of March Gary O’Connor will be doing a ‘get bike fit quick’ session in and around Donard. A route will be posted at the beginning of each week, this was a bit of craic last year and is a good morning out for all abilities.

CCC AGM is being held on Wednesday 25th March. The committee invites and encourages as many members as possible to attend.

Housekeeping
Club Fees – the committee are currently reviewing Cycle Ireland membership. If your membership has lapsed you MUST renew before attending any CCC rides. Associate members (or potential associate members) MUST also pay club membership before attending any further CCC rides. The only Exception to this is when a cyclist is availing of 3 club runs before committing to join our club. Apart from that 1 scenario if you aren’t a fully paid member you aren’t insured to Cycle with the club and will be turned away from club runs.

Dates for the Diary
Sun 15th March Spring 60…BCC Camlough
Wed 25th March AGM
Sat 13 June Family Summer Social Event Lakeside Inn #bbq #beer
Sun 30 August Lap The Lough
Sun 4th Oct Granite Challenge
Fri 16th October Majorca trip (Still spaces available, if you are interested contact Mark Mcclenaghan or Theresa Leavy)